Yamaha DragStar 650
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| Yamaha DragStar 650 | |
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| Manufacturer: | Yamaha |
| Production: | ? – - |
| Class: | Custom |
| Engine: | 649 cc |
| Power: | 40 hp (29 kW) @ 6500 rpm |
| Torque: | 50.9 N·m (5.19 m·kgf, 37.5 ft·lbf) @ 3000 rpm |
| Length: | 2340 mm (92.1 in) |
| Width: | 880 mm (34.6 in) |
| Seat Height: | 695 mm (27.4 in) |
| Overall Height: | 1065 mm (41.9 in) |
| Curb weight: | 227 kg (499.4 lb) |
| Similar models: | Shadow 600 Yamaha Virago 535 |
The Yamaha DragStar 650 is sold as the V-Star 650 in the USA.
Based on the proven Yamaha Virago 535 engine, the Dragstar (named V-Star in USA) cylinders were bored an additional 5 mm to 81mm and stroked 4 mm more to 63 mm, to net a displacement of 649cc. The Dragstar comes in two models. The custom with a lower seat height 695.96 mm and slightly less weight, and the classic with a higher seat height of 708.66 mm. The custom is approximately 227kg and the classic approximately 2kg heavier. The American versions of this bike have a lower HP of 33 @6500 rpm. Reasons for this restricted version may have to do with American EPA requirements.
As of 2005 the Dragstar Classic was selling retail at £5,499 and the basic dragstar (Custom) at £5,299. The Dragstar takes its styling from Harley's Fatboy, with fatter mudguards than the standard bike and shrouded forks.
[edit] See also
- Yamaha DragStar
- The Idol Check 1050
- Yamaha DragStar 1100
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